Story Time: M is for Monsters

Story Time: M is for Monsters

by | Oct 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: M is for Monsters

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out a monster book today!

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

When you praise your child by clapping or saying, “Great job!” you encourage both independence and cooperation. At home, choose easy activities for your child and provide plenty of positive reinforcement to support these behaviors.

Activity

Choose an activity your child can do alone, like stacking blocks, putting straws in a bottle or putting tows away. When she’s finished, praise her specifically and show affection, such as a hug. Be consistent and make sure your praise is genuine and tailored to her efforts.

Books Presented

Book cover for The Monstore by Tara Lazar

The Monstore by Tara Lazar

Zack’s plan to scare his pesky sister goes awry when he buys defective monsters from the Monstore.
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Book cover for Monsters at the end of this Book by Jon Stone

Monsters at the end of this Book by Jon Stone

Who are the monsters at the end of this book? Find out by reading these two beloved classic stories, starring lovable, furry old Grover and equally lovable furry little Elmo! Then look for monsters hidden in the fun activities.
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Book cover for The Monster Mac and Cheese Party by Todd Parr

The Monster Mac and Cheese Party by Todd Parr

Monsters bring their favorite mac and cheeses to a wacky potluck. Includes recipes for vegan mac and Todd mac.
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Book cover for Are You a Monster? by Guilherme Karsten

Are You a Monster? by Guilherme Karsten

Warning! This book contains a monster. A really angry, really scary, really bad monster… or so the monster says. And Monster has a very important question: are you a monster too? A fun interactive read-aloud picture book that will have children of all ages roaring and stomping along, as Monster encourages them to be the scariest monster possible.
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Polka-dot Monster

(tune: I’m a little teapot)
I’m a little monster, friendly and bright.
I promise I won’t give you a fright.
I really love polka dots, but I have none.
So, step right up and give me *purple ones.
*red, orange, pink

Mabel the Monster

I’m Mabel the Monster.
My wings flip and flap.
I can change my color 
When I hear a loud, CLAP!

Five Little Monsters

(Tune: Five Little Ducks)
Five little monsters jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mommy called the doctor and the doctor said,
“No more monsters jumping on the bed!”

Source: Storytime Katie

The Monsters Stomp Around the House

The monsters stomp around the house. Hurrah! Hurrah!
The monsters stomp around the house. Hurrah! Hurrah!
The monsters stomp around the house,
They sing and shout , and stomp* about.
Stomp, stomp, stomp, stomp…
And they make a lot of noise… around… the house.
Boom, boom, boom, boom!

The monsters run…
The monsters jump…
The monsters dance…
The monsters sleep…
They snore, and snore, and sleep about.
And they make a lot of noise… around… the house.
Boom, boom, boom, boom!

Source: The Kiboomers

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring a cookie gobbling monster

Monster Coloring Page

 

 

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Monsters made of paper and string that can twirl in the wind.

Twirling Monster Craft

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Additional Books

Book cover for I Will Read to You by Gideon Sterer

I Will Read to You by Gideon Sterer

A young boy heads into the woods to read bedtime stories to vampires, witches, skeletons, and other kinds of monsters who have no one to help them to sleep
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Book cover for Little Monster Says Goodnight by David Slonim

Little Monster Says Goodnight by David Slonim

With Momster’s help, Little Monster gets ready for bed, following his nighttime rituals, like eating his bedtime books, and checking to make sure the monster under the bed is present.

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Book cover for Because I'm Your Mom by Ahmet Zappa

Because I'm Your Mom by Ahmet Zappa

An unconventional mother promises her child an unconventional childhood full of play, wonder, and creativity
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Book cover for Take a Breath, Big Red Monster! by Ed Emberley

Take a Breath, Big Red Monster! by Ed Emberley

Die-cut pages gradually reveal a monster’s face and help a child manage their anger.
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by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

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I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
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Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
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Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
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Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
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OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

by | Oct 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 comments

OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

There’s a monster in this book, and he’s adorable. We love our little monsters, and they are all so different from each other, just like children. As you embark on an exciting adventure into the world of friendly monsters, you’ll meet monsters who love to play, monsters who are a bit shy, and even monsters who love to bake yummy treats!

Book Babies: Wednesday @ 9:30am in Community Room

Ages 0 – 10 months

Toddler Time: Monday & Tuesday @ 9:30am in Community Room

Ages 11 – 23 months

Welcome Songs

Here We Are Together

Here we are together, together, together! Oh, here we are together in our library. There’s (sing names)… Here we are together in our library!

Hello Everybody

Hello everybody let’s clap our hands*, clap our hands, clap our hands. Hello everybody let’s clap our hands today! *pat our head, stretch up high, wiggle our fingers, tickle our knees, kick our feet, bounce up high!

S, T, R, W, P

(Sing while pointing to each finger on your child’s hand.) Sing, talk, read, write, play! Sing, talk, read write, play! Sing, talk, read, write, play! Sing, talk, read, write, play each day!

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

TIP

When you praise your child by clapping or saying “great job,” you encourage both independence and cooperation. At home, choose easy activities for your child and provide plenty of positive reinforcement to support these behaviors.

 

Activity

Choose an activity your child can do alone, like stacking blocks, putting straws in a bottle or putting toys away. When they finish, praise them specifically and show affection, such as a hug. Be consistent and make sure your praise is genuine and tailored to their efforts.

 

Books Presented

Book cover for Pop-Up Peekaboo! Monsters by DK

Pop-Up Peekaboo! Monsters by DK

This colorful pop-up peekaboo book follows adorable little monsters as they play hide-and-seek. Babies and toddlers can lift big flaps and see peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: a funny little monster popping out of a plant pot, a hungry monster having a secret snack, a monster playing with bubbles in the bathroom, and a baby monster hiding under the bed!

The lively, read-aloud rhymes encourage literacy and early learning, while the surprise pop-up scenes will delight curious preschoolers. With the help of parents and caregivers, toddlers will have fun turning the sturdy board book pages, guessing what’s hiding under each flap, and then lifting the flaps to reveal the little monsters and play peekaboo!

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Book cover for Let's Play Monsters! by Lucy Cousins

Let's Play Monsters! by Lucy Cousins

Inspired by a game played by the author with her own grandchild, a crayon-bright story by the award-winning creator of the Maisy series invites little monsters to munch, scrunch, gobble and moo their way through imaginative interactions with loved ones before settling down to sleep.
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Book cover for The Bounciest Monster on Mill Street by Sarah Sparks

The Bounciest Monster on Mill Street by Sarah Sparks

Becks is known for her boundless energy and zest for life, but one day her exuberance gets her into a heap of trouble! Join this high-spirited monster on an unforgettable bouncing escapade down Mill Street (and beyond).
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Book cover for If You're a Monster and You Know It by Rebecca Emberley

If You're a Monster and You Know It by Rebecca Emberley

Monsters sing their own version of this popular song that encourages everyone to express their happiness through voice and movement.
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Book cover for Horns to Toes and In Between by Sandra Boynton

Horns to Toes and In Between by Sandra Boynton

Three creatures point out their body parts.
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Book cover for Five Little Monsters by Rozanne Lanczak Williams

Five Little Monsters by Rozanne Lanczak Williams

An adaptation of a counting rhyme, in which the text and pictures illustrate various arithmetic concepts.
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Book cover for Don't Push the Button! Let's Say Good Night by Bill Cotter

Don't Push the Button! Let's Say Good Night by Bill Cotter

Larry the monster knows he should not push the button but cannot resist one tap, which makes him so sleepy he needs the reader’s help to get ready for bed.
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Book cover for I am Scary by Elise Gravel

I am Scary by Elise Gravel

This board book features a girl who hugs a monster she’s not afraid of
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Zoom, Zoom, Zoom Halloween Style

Zoom, zoom, zoom
Climb onto my broom
Zoom, zoom, zoom
Climb onto my broom
If you want to fly tonight
To give a spook a great big fright
Zoom, zoom, zoom
Climb onto my broom
In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… BOO!

Source: Jbrary

Little Ghost, Little Ghost

Little ghost, little ghost.
Just say, BOO!
Are you in the _____ house?
We’re looking for you!

The Monsters Stomp Around the House

The monsters stomp around the house. Hurrah! Hurrah!
The monsters stomp around the house. Hurrah! Hurrah!
The monsters stomp around the house,
They sing and shout , and stomp* about.
Stomp, stomp, stomp, stomp…
And they make a lot of noise… around… the house.
Boom, boom, boom, boom!

The monsters run…
The monsters jump…
The monsters dance…
The monsters sleep…
They snore, and snore, and sleep about.
And they make a lot of noise, around the house.
Boom, boom, boom, boom!

Source: The Kiboomers

Horns, Fangs, Knees and Claws

Horns, fangs, knees and claws, knees and claws,
Horns, fangs, knees and claws, knees and claws,
Eyes and ears and tail and paws,
Horns, fangs, knees and claws, knees and claws.

Source: Verona Story Time

Polka-dot Monster

(tune: I’m a little teapot)
I’m a little monster, friendly and bright.
I promise I won’t give you a fright.
I really love polka dots, but I have none.
So step right up and give me _____ ones.

Five Little Monsters

(Tune: Five Little Ducks)
Five little monsters jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mommy called the doctor and the doctor said,
“No more monsters jumping on the bed!”

Source: Storytime Katie

There was a little man

There was a little man
who had a little crumb
And over the mountain he did run
With a belly full of fat
and a big tall hat
And a pancake stuck to his bum, bum, bum

Source: Jbrary

Zip Zip Zip

(tune: Wheels on the Bus)
Zip, Zip, Zip, off it goes!
I see baby without clothes.
Zip, zip, zip, oh what do I see?
Diaper’s on in one, two, three!

Hello Bubble

Hello bubble, hello bubble,
Come and land, come and land,
Right in the middle, right in the middle,
Of my hand, of my hand.

Source: King County Library System

My Bubble Floats Over the Ocean

My bubble floats over the ocean,
My bubble floats over the sea,
My bubble floats over the ocean,
Oh, bubbles make me so happy!

Source: King County Library System

Rainbows in My Bubbles

(Tune: She’ll be Coming Round the Mountain)
I’ve got rainbows in my bubbles, yes, I do
I’ve got rainbows in my bubbles, yes, I do
When I look up towards the sun,
They’ve got rainbows every one.
I’ve got rainbows in my bubbles, yes, I do.

Baby Sign Language

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Story Time: M is for Magic

Story Time: M is for Magic

by | Oct 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: M is for Magic

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills, and language and communication skills. So read a book about magic with your child and talk about the different ways a problem can be approached and solved. Maybe find a book of simple magic tricks and bond over learning something new together. But I should probably turn you back into people so you can. Abracadabra, Alakasteeple. When I say KAPOW, you’ll all turn to people. KAPOW!

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Using books and stories to help children think of their own solutions to problems helps them develop problem-solving skills. Researchers have found that having ideas for tackling problems helps children in learning new tasks and handling social situations. – Lambert

Activity

Read aloud a book that revolves around a problem-solving situation, like Milo’s Hat Trick. Introduce the book by setting up the problem: “In this book Milo isn’t a very good magician and feels like he needs a rabbit. Let’s see what happens.” When you get to the page where he catches a bear, you can ask, “Do you always have to do things the way you planned?”

Books Presented

Book cover for This Book is Magic by Ashley Evanson

This Book is Magic by Ashley Evanson

Do you know that you’re a magician? In this interactive book, use your fingers to perform all kinds of magic tricks. Tap a hat to make a bunny appear, recite a spell to make books bigger, say “Gone-zo!” to make a ship disappear, and much more. But beware: the clever magic tricks don’t always turn out the way you’d expect!
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Book cover for Milo's Hat Trick by Jon Agee

Milo's Hat Trick by Jon Agee

Milo the Magnificent’s magic act isn’t so magnificent after all, until he meets a bear who teaches him the secret to the perfect hat trick
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Book cover for Max and the Won't Go to Bed Show by Mark Sperring

Max and the Won't Go to Be Show by Mark Sperring

Max does magic tricks to delay bedtime as long as possible.
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Book cover for The Magic Rabbit by Annette Cate

The Magic Rabbit by Annette LeBlanc Cate

Ray the magician and his bunny assistant are best friends. They work together all day, performing their act in front of admiring crowds and return each night to the tiny apartment they share. But one day the friends become separated downtown, and suddenly Bunny is lost and alone. How will he ever find Ray in the hustle and bustle of the city? With its wonderfully detailed black-and-white illustrations strategically sprinkled with yellow (look carefully!), this tender story from a talented author/illustrator will have you believing in the magic of friendship.
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Magic Finger

Magic finger in the air,
Magic finger in my hair.
Magic finger on my fist,
Magic finger on my wrist.
Magic finger on my shin,
Magic finger on my chin.
Magic finger on my hip,
Magic finger on my lips (shhh!)

Source: Storytime with Ms. Emily Library

Six Magic Rabbits

Six magic rabbits in a tall black hat
Along comes a magician who gives each one a pat
He waves his magic wand high above their ears,
Abracadabra, poof!
One rabbit disappears (count down to zero)

Source: The Librarian Is on the Loose

Abra-Cadabra

(children act as the “spell” indicates)
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zitty
When I say KAZAM you’ll all be kitties! KAZAM!
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zoo
When I say KAZAM you’ll all be kangaroos! KAZAM!
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zion
When I say KAZAM you’ll all be lions! KAZAM!
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zow
When I say KAZAM you’ll all be cows! KAZAM!
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zap
When I say KAZAM you’ll all take a nap! KAZAM!
Abra-cadabra, Alaka-zids
When I say KAPOW you’ll turn back to kids! KAPOW!

Source: Storytime with Ms. Emily Library

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear turn around
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear touch the ground
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear reach up high
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear touch the sky

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear find your nose
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear touch your toes
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear touch your knees
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear sit down please
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear sit down please

Source: The Kiboomers

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page with the word MAGIC and bunny ears poking out of a hat.

Magic Hat Coloring Page

 

 

Click Here for Coloring Page
Rabbit coming out of a magic hat.

Magic Hat Craft

Click Here for craft

Additional Books

Book cover for Spellbound by Jess Townes

Spellbound by Jess Townes

 
Willow and her pet bunny, Houdini, love to play magical pretend–especially when she has the undivided attention of her adoring parents. When baby brother Rowan arrives, everyone is mesmerized by him. It’s almost like he has cast a spell of his own! Can Willow stop his powerful charms in time, or will she become spellbound, too?
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Book cover for There's a Witch in Your Book by Tom Fletcher

There's a Witch in Your Book by Tom Fletcher

Encourages the reader to capture the magic of a witch found in the book, then use spells while poking, wiping, and looking through the book to try to set things right.

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Book cover for Once Upon a Unicorn's Horn by Beatrice Blue

Once Upon a Unicorn's Horn by Beatrice Blue

A little girl befriends a sad, tiny horse, and, with a little magic (and an ice cream cone), helps him fly.
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Book cover for Cinderella With Dogs by Linda Bailey

Cinderella -- With Dogs! by Linda Bailey

 
When Cinderella wishes for a fairy godmother, she’s not expecting one that barks! And this fairy dogmother has a different agenda. Yes, Cinderella will have a new dress, but made of a cozy dog blanket. Yes, they will go to the ball, but they will run there and chase squirrels along the way. There’s nothing like a canine companion to get a girl out of the house and her mind off her troubles! Yes, indeed, dogs do make everything better–and are a reminder that you don’t need “happily ever after” when you have the joy of now.
Find it in Our Catalog

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Story Time: M is for Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
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Story Time: M is for Magic

by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
Read More

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by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

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Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
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Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
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by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
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Story Time: A is for Alphabet

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | Sep 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won’t find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name using different approaches like magnetic letters, sand letters, sensory bags, scavenger hunts, books, and songs. Not only will this help foster a sense of ownership of language, but it will also build confidence in your child.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Letter recognition is a strong predictor of future reading success, serving as a foundation for reading and writing skills and enhancing cognitive development by developing visual processing skills.

Activity

Pick out an “ABC” book to read with your child, then sing the ABC song using different nursery rhyme melodies like “Twinkle, Twinkle,” “London Bridge,” “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” “This Old Man,” “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes,” and “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” while pointing at the letters. Singing the names of letters to a different tune breaks the letters down in different ways and helps them hear the letter names more clearly.

Books Presented

Book cover for Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson.

Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson

An immersive book with die-cuts and liftable flaps asks readers to identify a series of animals.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin

 
An alphabet rhyme/chant that relates what happens when the whole alphabet tries to climb a coconut tree.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Every Little Letter by Deborah Underwood

Every Little Letter by Deborah Underwood

In a world where all the letters of the alphabet live in separate cities surrounded by walls, little h and small i’s newfound friendship inspires all the divided communities to connect and form such words as courage, cooperate, and kindness. How do you tear down walls? With words at first, then brick by brick
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Did you Take the B From My _ook? by Beck Stanton

Did You Take the B from My _ook? by Beck Stanton

When the letter B goes missing from the story, the reader must find a way to bring it back into the book for good
Find it in Our Catalog

Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Alphabet Zoo

There’s an animal who lives in the alphabet zoo, and H-I-P-P-O is his name, oh!
H-I-P-P-O
H-I-P-P-O
H-I-P-P-O
And “hippo” is it’s name, oh!
Repeat with other zoo animals – panda, rhino, whale, tiger, camel, snake, zebra

A is for Alligator

A is for alligator, chop, chop, chop!
B is for bunny, hop, hop, hop!
C is for circle, spin around and around!
D is for dizzy, let’s all sit down!

Source: 1001 Rhymes and Fingerplays

Alphabet Tree

Here we go round the Alphabet Tree,
The Alphabet Tree,
The Alphabet Tree.
Here we go round the
Alphabet Tree,
Singing the sounds of letters.

This is the sound that C can make
 ‘c’,’c’,’c’,
‘c’,’c’,’c’,
This is the sound that C can make
In words like cat  and candy.

This how we spell your name, spell your name, spell your name.
This is how we spell your name, just like this!
G-I-N-A
Yeah!

Source: Kids Press Magazine

Big A, Little a

Big A, Little a, (spread hands wide apart, then bring them close together)
Bouncing B (bounce up and down)
The cat’s in the cupboard
And he can’t see me! 
Peek-a-boo! 

Source : The Loudest Librarian

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring the coconut tree from Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Coloring Page

 

 

Click Here for Coloring Page
The Chicka Chicka Boom Boom coconut tree made out of paper and cupcake liners.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Tree Craft

Click Here for craft

Additional Books

Book cover for The Olphabet: "O" No! An Alphabet Revolt by Jess M. Brallier

The Olphabet: "O" No! An Alphabet Revolt by Jess M. Brallier

Tiring of an alphabetic order that relegates her to the middle, the Letter O repositions herself at the beginning of a newly dubbed “olphabet” before revisiting her subsequent letter friends to figure out where she truly belongs.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Albert's ABCs: A Sibling Story by Henry Cole

Albert's ABCs: A Sibling Story by Henry Cole

Big brother Albert’s frustration with his little brother Baxter escalates alphabetically until Grandma saves the day.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Photo Ark ABC: An Animal Alphabet in Poetry and Pictures by Debbie Levy

Photo Ark ABC: an Animal Alphabet in Poetry and Pictures by Debbie Levy

This engaging picture book pairs stunning photos from a National Geographic photographer with lively poems to present the letters of the alphabet and pay tribute to the diversity of the animal world.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for T. Rexes Can't Tie Their Shoes by Anna Lazowski

T. Rexes Can't Tie Their Shoes by Anna Lazowski

An humorous, alphabetical look at all the things animals can’t do but kids can

Find it in Our Catalog

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Story Time: M is for Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
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OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

There’s a monster in this book, and he’s adorable. We love our little monsters, and they are all so different from each other, just like children. As you embark on an exciting adventure into the world of friendly monsters, you'll meet monsters who love to play,...
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by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
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by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Weekly Schedule: Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6) Tuesdays: Toddler...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
Read More

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by | September 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand...
Read More

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
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Story Time: A is for Apples

Story Time: A is for Apples

by | Sep 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: A is for Apples

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter ‘A’ stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. ‘A’ is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches the eye, and its sweet, juicy taste is a delight for the senses. The apple’s round shape and the ‘A’s simple lines make them easy to recognize and remember. Together, ‘A’ and apple create a perfect pairing, symbolizing learning, growth, and the simple joys of nature.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Helping children to see the order in which things take place, whether in a book, a recipe, or the sequence of the day, helps them develop the mathematical concept of sequencing. ~Lambert

Activity

Read a sequencing book like, “Mine!” with your child. Then, using either a coloring page, puppets or pictures, help your child recall the sequence of events using words like first, second, next, last.

Books Presented

Book cover for Mine by Candace Fleming

Mine! by Candace Fleming

A group of forest animals vie for the same delicious red apple that is just about to drop.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Apple Farmer Annie by Monica Wellington

Apple Farmer Annie = Ana cultiva manzanas by Monica Wellington

 
Annie el granjero de la manzana ahorra sus manzanas más hermosas para vender fresco en el mercado de los granjeros.

Annie the apple farmer saves her most beautiful apples to sell fresh at the farmers’ market.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Apples for Little Fox by Ekaterina Trukhan

Apples for Little Fox by Ekaterina Trukhan

Fox, who hopes to become a famous detective one day, is excited about investigating his first case.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Tap the Magic Tree by Christie Matheson

Tap the Magic Tree by Christie Matheson

Invites the reader to tap, rub, touch, and wiggle illustrations to make an apple tree bloom, produce fruit, and lose its leaves.
Find it in Our Catalog

Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Way Up High in the Apple Tree

Way up high in the apple tree, (stretch arms in air)
Two little apples smiled at me. (make two fists)
I shook that tree as hard as I could, (shake arms in air)
And down came the apples. (drop fists to floor)
Mmmmm, they were good! (rub tummy)

Source: Verona Story Time

A-P-P-L-E

There is a treat that’s good to eat,
And “Apple” is it’s name-oh.
“A-P-P-L-E”
“A-P-P-L-E”
“A-P-P-L-E”
And “Apple” is it’s name-oh.

Source: Adventures in Storytime

Five Little Apples

Five little apples hanging in the tree,(hold up 5 fingers)
Teasing Mr. Slinky Worm, “Can’t eat me!” (shake head)
Along comes Mr. Slinky Worm, quiet as can be,(say quietly, wiggle finger like worm)
And “Crunch” (clap hands)
Ate that apple right out of the tree.
(Repeat, counting down to zero)

No more apples hanging in the tree, (make a “0” with hand)
Teasing Mr. Slinky Worm, “Can’t eat me!” (shake head)
Along comes Mr. Slinky Worm, (wiggle finger like worm)
As FULL as can be, (hold hands in front of stomach)
‘Cause he ate all the apples from the apple tree!

Source: Adventures in Storytime

MINE!

In a tall, tall tree,
At the tip-tippy top,
Hung a single red apple,
About to drop.

And who was waiting for that apple to fall?  
1- mouse (leaf)
2- hare (grass)
3- fox (log)
4- deer (bush)
5- bear (rocks)

But who do you think got that apple that day?
A possum and a worm ate it on the way!

Sequencing Flannel Board based on Mine! by Candace Fleming

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring an apple tree and all the apples.

Apple Coloring Page

 

 

Click Here for Coloring Page
Make an apple tree from paper, sequins, and a clothespin or cardboard tube for the trunk.

Apple Tree Craft

Click Here for craft

Additional Books

Book cover for The Apple Pie Tree by Zoe Hall

The Apple Pie Tree by Zoe Hall

Describes an apple tree as it grows leaves and flowers and then produces its fruit, while in its branches robins make a nest, lay eggs, and raise a family. Includes a recipe for apple pie.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Apples by Gail Gibbons

Apples by Gail Gibbons

Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for The Star Jumped Over the Moon by John Schlimm

The Star Jumped Over the Moon by John Schlimm

A little star who lives in an apple tree yearns to shine in the night sky, but must first find the courage to make the leap and leave his home.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Apples, Apples, Apples by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace

Apples, Apples, Apples by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace

Members of a rabbit family visit an apple orchard, where they have fun picking and learning about apples. Includes a recipe for applesauce, a song, directions for a craft activity, and sayings about apples.

Find it in Our Catalog

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by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
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by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

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by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
Read More

October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Weekly Schedule: Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6) Tuesdays: Toddler...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Armadillo

by | September 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand...
Read More

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
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Story Time: A is for Armadillo

Story Time: A is for Armadillo

by | Sep 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: A is for Armadillo

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand their vocabulary, and encourage critical thinking. The next time your child asks for a storybook, consider pairing it with a non-fiction book to build a strong foundation for learning.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Rhymes and songs that incorporate sequencing and memory can help children prepare for school. In the following activity, children listen for a specific phrase and respond with a large physical movement. While having fun, they also develop their gross motor skills.

Activity

Pretend to be a three-banded Brazilian armadillo with your child and curl up into a tight ball. Imagine it’s very dark and safe! Then recite the rhyme, “Armadillo in a ball,” and on the final line, pop open and jump high into the air!

Books Presented

Book cover for Armadillo Rodeo by Jan Brett

Alligator Rode by Jan Brett

Bo, an adventurous, near-sighted armadillo, leaves his mother and brothers to follow a girl heading to a rodeo wearing new red boots which Bo mistakes for another armadillo.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Armadillos by Jill Sherman

Armadillos by Jill Sherman

This photo illustrated book will introduce young readers to Armadillos that live in North America. Explains their history, life cycle, habitat, and feeding habits. Includes a photo diagram, glossary, further resources, and index.

Find it on Flipbooks
Book cover for The Rock from the Sky by Jon Klassen

The Rock From the Sky by Jon Klassen

Turtle really likes standing in his favorite spot. He likes it so much that he asks his friend Armadillo to come over and stand in it, too. But now that Armadillo is standing in that spot, he has a bad feeling about it . . . This book is a meditation on the workings of friendship, fate, shared futuristic visions, and that funny feeling you get that there’s something off somewhere, but you just can’t put your finger on it.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Armadillo Antics by Bill Martin

Armadillo Antics by Bill Martin

Follow an adventurous armadillo through nighttime fun as dawn approaches.
Find it in Our Catalog

Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Armadillo, Armadillo

Armadillo, armadillo turn around
Armadillo, armadillo touch the ground
Armadillo, armadillo dance on your toes
Armadillo, armadillo touch your nose
Armadillo, armadillo jump up now
Armadillo, armadillo take a bow
Armadillo, armadillo stomp your feet
Armadillo, armadillo take a seat

Adapted from Jbrary

Looking for an Armadillo

(tune: Do you see the muffin man?)
We’re looking for an armadillo, an armadillo, and armadillo.
We’re looking for an armadillo under number ______!

Armadillo in a Ball

Armadillo in a ball
Sitting so still…
Won’t you come out?
Yes, I will!

Adapted from Jbrary

Armadillo Roly Poly

(tune: Are you sleeping?)
Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
Up, up, up
up, up, up
Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
down, down, down
down, down, down

Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
out, out, out
out, out, out
Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
in, in, in
in, in, in

Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
fast, fast, fast
fast, fast, fast
Armadillo roly, armadillo poly
slow, slow, slow
slow, slow, slow

Adapted from Jbrary

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring a smiling armadillo.

Armadillo Coloring Page

 

 

Click Here for Coloring Page
An armadillo made from cardstock and the rim of a paper plate.

Armadillo Craft

To make our armadillo craft you will need an armadillo outline printed on cardstock and the rim of a paper plate. Cut out your armadillo and then cut the plate rim into sections. Color the armor bands and glue them to the armadillo. Our three-banded armadillo used half of a paper plate, if you want more bands use more of the paper plate rim.

Click Here for Armadillo Outline

Additional Books

Book cover for Nine-banded Armadillos by Megan Borgert-Spaniol

Nine-banded Armadillos by Megan Borgert-Spaniol

Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to nine-banded armadillos. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Smile, Breath, and Go Slowly: Slumby the Sloth Goes to School by Chiara Carminati

Smile, Breathe, and Go Slowly: Slumby the Sloth Goes to School by Chiara Carminati

Slumby is well-liked at school, but being too slow to play with his classmates at recess makes him sad until Armadillo gets in trouble and only Slumby can save him.

Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover for Playing Possum by Jennifer Black Reinhardt

Playing Possum by Jennifer Black Reinhardt

 
Possums play dead when threatened so Alfred, an unusually nervous possum, avoids attention and even friendship until he meets Sofia, an armadillo who curls into a ball when nervous. Includes facts about the unusual defense mechanisms of animals pictured in the book.
Find it in Our Catalog
Book cover of One by Vladimir Radunsky

One by Vladimir Radunsky

When Six, a pink armadillo with nine green siblings, brags that he is “#1” in everything, his family expresses a different opinion.

Find it in Our Catalog

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by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
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by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

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Read More

Story Time: M is for Magic

by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
Read More

October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Weekly Schedule: Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6) Tuesdays: Toddler...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Armadillo

by | September 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand...
Read More

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
Read More

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 comments

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and you’ll see the magic of learning blossom in your baby!

Book Babies: Wednesday @ 9:30am in Community Room

Ages 0 – 10 months

Toddler Time: Monday & Tuesday @ 9:30am in Community Room

Ages 11 – 23 months

Welcome Songs

Here We Are Together

Here we are together, together, together! Oh, here we are together in our library. There’s (sing names)… Here we are together in our library!

Hello Everybody

Hello everybody let’s clap our hands*, clap our hands, clap our hands. Hello everybody let’s clap our hands today! *pat our head, stretch up high, wiggle our fingers, tickle our knees, kick our feet, bounce up high!

S, T, R, W, P

(Sing while pointing to each finger on your child’s hand.) Sing, talk, read, write, play! Sing, talk, read write, play! Sing, talk, read, write, play! Sing, talk, read, write, play each day!

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

TIP

Letter recognition is a strong predictor of future reading success, serving as a foundation for reading and writing skills and enhancing cognitive development by developing visual processing skills.

 

Activity

As part of your daily reading routine, add a letter recognition activity such as the “Alphabet Tree.” Make a cardboard tube tree and put some items in a box or bag that start with the letters of your child’s name. When they pick an item, write the first letter on a sticky note and let your child put it on the “tree” and set the item at the trunk. Sing the “Alphabet Tree” song together.

 

Books Presented

Book cover for Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson.

Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson

An immersive book with die-cuts and liftable flaps asks readers to identify a series of animals.
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Book cover for Sleepy ABC by Margaret Wise Brown

Sleepy ABC by Margaret Wise Brown

Simple rhymes and quilt-like paintings illustrate bedtime scenes for each letter of the alphabet.
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Book cover for Kipper's A to Z by Mick Inkpen.

Kipper's A to Z by Mick Inkpen

Kipper the dog and his friend Arnold work through the alphabet by collecting animals and other things for each letter.
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Book cover for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin

An alphabet rhyme/chant that relates what happens when the whole alphabet tries to climb a coconut tree.
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Book cover for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed the ABCs by Lucille Colandro

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed the ABCs by Lucille Colandro

In this adaptation of the traditional nursery rhyme, a woman swallows the alphabet.
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Book cover for Dr. Seuss's ABC by Dr Seuss.

Dr. Seuss's ABC by Dr. Seuss

Arguably the most entertaining alphabet book ever written, this classic Beginner Book features a fantastic cast of characters—among them a lazy lion licking a lollipop, an ostrich oiling an orange owl, and ten tired turtles on a tuttle-tuttle tree—paired with zany illustrations that help decode the text. A perfect gift for children learning the alphabet—and Seuss fans of all ages—at an exceptional value!
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Book cover for Arf! Buzz! Cluck!: A Rather Noisy Alphabet by Eric Seltzer.

Arf! Buzz! Cluck!: A Rather Noisy Alphabet by Eric Seltzer

Animals sure are noisy! Learn about animal sounds from letters A to Z!
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Book cover for A You're Adorable by Martha Alexander.

A You're Adorable by Martha Alexander

An assortment of children and pets climb over, under, and through the letters of the alphabet in this illustrated presentation of a familiar song. Includes music.
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Book cover for I Spy on the Farm by Edward Gibbs.

I Spy on the Farm by Edward Gibbs

An interactive introduction to farm animals invites youngsters to make animal noises and practice color and letter recognition while peeping through a spy hole on every page and observing clues to guess which animal will be revealed next in the story.
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Book cover for Vehicles ABC by Jannie Ho.

Vehicles ABC by Jannie Ho

This alphabet book for babies and toddlers features lots of familiar vehicles, providing hours of first-word fun. Learn the ABCs with bright pictures and a wide variety of things that go! And it’s perfect for taking along on a ride — whatever your mode of transportation
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Acka Backa Soda Cracker

Acka backa soda cracker, (bounce to rhythm)
Acka backa boo, (lean forward on ‘boo‘)
Acka backa soda cracker, (bounce to rhythm)
I love you! (kiss baby’s head or hug baby)
Acka backa soda cracker, (bounce to rhythm)
Acka backa boo, (lean backwards on ‘boo‘)
Acka backa soda cracker, (bounce to rhythm)
Up goes you! (lift baby up)

Source: Lit for Life Bouncy Rhymes

Big A, Little a

Big A, Little a, (spread hands wide apart, then bring them close together)
Bouncing B (bounce up and down)
The cat’s in the cupboard
And he can’t see me! 
Peek-a-boo! (lift baby up and backwards)

Source: The Loudest Librarian

Alphabet Tree

(Tune: Here We Go ‘Round the Mulberry Bush)
Here we go round the Alphabet Tree,
The Alphabet Tree,
The Alphabet Tree.
Here we go round the
Alphabet Tree,
Singing the sounds of letters.

This is the sound that B can make
 ‘b’,’b’,’b’,
‘b’,’b’,’b’,
This is the sound that B can make
In words like bell and baby.

This how we spell your name, spell your name, spell your name.
This is how we spell your name, just like this!
G-I-N-A
Yeah!

Source: Kids Press Magazine

Lift One Foot and Then the Other

Lift one foot and then the other,
Lift one foot and then the other
Lift one foot and then the other
Lift them both together.
(Verses: Lift one arm, clap your hands and keep on clapping)

Source: Jbrary

Mama’s Little Baby Loves Bouncin’

(tune: Shortnin’ Bread)
Mama’s little baby loves bouncin’ bouncin’
Mama’s little baby loves bouncin’ round,
Mama’s little baby loves bouncin’ bouncin’
Mama’s little baby loves bouncin’ round.

Lean to the left, lean to the right
Now hug that baby nice and tight!
Lean to the left, lean to the right
Now hug that baby nice and tight

(can alter to Daddy. Grandma, Grandpa, Nanny, etc.)

Source: King County Library System

Baby Sign Language

More Book Babies

OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

There’s a monster in this book, and he’s adorable. We love our little monsters, and they are all so different from each other, just like children. As you embark on an exciting adventure into the world of friendly monsters, you'll meet monsters who love to play,...
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SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
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APRIL Book Babies + Toddler: Birthdays

by | April 2, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

It’s my birthday! Did you know that birthdays aren’t just fun and exciting for children—they’re also a great learning opportunity? Looking forward to and celebrating a birthday helps children understand traditions, family gatherings, and the joy of giving and...
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MARCH Book Babies + Toddlers: Lambs

by | March 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Many of us grew up with classic nursery rhymes like Mary Had a Little Lamb and Baa, Baa, Black Sheep. As you teach those songs to your child, consider incorporating these additional activities to expand both your and your baby's nursery rhyme repertoire.Book Babies:...
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March Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | February 28, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story TimeGet ready for March magic with our early literacy programs! Book Babies – Wednesdays at 9:30 AM for babies not yet walking and their grown-ups. Enjoy songs, stories, baby sign language, movement, and sensory activities. Toddler Time – Mondays & Tuesdays...
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FEBRUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: “C” is for Counting

by | February 5, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

One, two, three, count with me. It’s as easy as can be! Teaching numbers at an early age can be great fun! Here are some fun ways to introduce numbers to your infant or toddler: ? 0-1 Year (Introduction to Numbers) Talk & Count: Count fingers, toes, and everyday...
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JANUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: S is for Soup

by | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Making and eating soup can be a sensory explosion for you and your child, especially when you make it together. Look for ingredients with a variety of colors, textures, and scents, then talk about where they came from, or count the pieces you’ve cut. Here are some...
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Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | January 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Old School PoetryThis February, let love take center stage! Stop by our special collections area to type out a heartfelt poem on our vintage typewriter—whether it’s for a dear friend or your favorite pizza. Drop your masterpiece into the submission box nearby if you'd...
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NOVEMBER Book Babies + Toddler Time: Duck, Duck, Goose

by | November 12, 2024 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

“Play is serious business when it comes to a child's health and development. From peek-a-boo to pat-a-cake and hide-and-seek to hopscotch, the many forms of play enrich a child's brain, body and life in important ways.” HealthyChildren.org. When reading books with...
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OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Horses & Ponies

by | October 2, 2024 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

This is how the ladies ride… clippity-clop, clippity-clop. This is how the gentlemen ride… giddy-up, giddy-up. This is how the cowboys ride… Yee haw! Ride ‘em cowboy!! There are many rhymes and songs about horses which encourage parent and child communication,...
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Story Time: A is for Alligator

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | Sep 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: A is for Alligator

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover that protects their eyes when they swim, like built-in goggles! See what else you and your child can discover about alligators as you read these books and do these activities.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Dialogic reading helps your child develop language and literacy skills by chatting with your child about a book and asking questions to help him understand it better. It’s about exploring the story’s meaning and ideas, not just reading the words.

Activity

Choose a picture book and read it aloud with your child, pausing to ask questions like “What do you think will happen next?” and “How does the character feel?” Encourage your child to share her thoughts and introduce new vocabulary words. After reading, discuss the story’s theme and characters to promote interactive learning.

Books Presented

Book cover for Alligator, Alligators by Eve Bunting

Alligators, Alligators by Eve Bunting

Ten-year-old Jim and his father, who work together on a boat, use the power of love, nature, music, and the help of some dancing alligators, to outsmart a greedy stranger who tries to steal Jim’s flute.
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Book cover for Can You Tell an Alligator from a Crocodile? by Buffy Silverman

Can You Tell an Alligator from a Crocodile? by Buffy Silverman

Looks at the ways that alligators and crocodiles are different, as well as how they are similar, looking at their physical features, behavior, and where they live.
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Book cover for Warning: Do Not Open This Book! by Adam Lehrhaupt

Warning: Do Not Open This Book! by Adam Lehrhaupt

Monkeys, toucans, and alligators unleash mayhem.
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Book cover for See You Later Alligator by Sally Hopgood

See You Later, Alligator by Sally Hopgood

A friendly tortoise stops to say good-bye to so many friends that he might miss his opportunity to leave for his big adventure.
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Five Little Monkeys Swinging in a Tree

FIVE little monkeys swinging from a tree
teasing Mr. Alligator
‘You can’t catch me!’
Along came Mr. Alligator
Quiet as can be and… snap! 
A monkey jumped out of the tree.

Then there were…
FOUR little monkeys swinging from a tree
(Countdown to 0)

No more monkeys swinging from the tree
Teasing Mr. Alligator, where can they be?
Away swam Mr. Alligator, hungry as can be
Then all the monkeys climbed back in the tree.

Adapted from King County Library System

Alligator on a Log

There was an alligator (make an alligator mouth with hand)
Who sat on a log. (set the alligator arm over your log arm)
He looked in the water, (make hand look in water)
And saw a little frog.
In dove the ‘gator, (dive hand down)
Round went the log, (roll arms around each other)
Splash! Went the water, (make splashing motion)
And away swam the frog! (swim away)

Source: King County Library System

Alligator, Alligator

Alligator, alligator turn around
Alligator, alligator touch the ground
Alligator, alligator dance on your toes
Alligator, alligator touch your nose
Alligator, alligator jump up now
Alligator, alligator take a bow
Alligator, alligator stomp your feet
Alligator, alligator take a seat

Source: Jbrary

See You Later Alligator

See You Later Alligator
In awhile crocodile
Bye bye butterfly
Too ta loo kangaroo
Time to go buffalo
Give a hug ladybug
Blow a kiss jellyfish
Just like that fat cat
Take a bow milk cow
See you soon baboon

-The Kiboomers

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring an alligator.

Alligator Coloring Page

 

 

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Make an alligator from pipe cleaners and craft sticks.

Alligator/Crocodile Craft Stick Craft

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Additional Books

Book cover for Alligators and Crocodiles can't Chew!: and Other Amazing Facts by Thea Feldman

Alligators and Crocodiles Can't Chew!: And Other Amazing Facts by Thea Feldman

A nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read filled with fun facts about what makes alligators and crocodiles super

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Book cover for Chez Bob by Bob Shea

Chez Bob by Bob Shea

A lazy alligator comes up with a plan to lure his prey by opening up a restaurant for birds–until he realizes that birds are even better as friends

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Book cover for Gator Dad by Brian Lies

Gator Dad by Brian Lies

From seemingly mundane tasks such as grocery shopping to more active pursuits like a romp at the park and fort-building, a loving and playful father alligator shows his gator kids that the simplest pleasures done together can make for an incredibly fun day
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Book cover for Alan's Big, Scary Teeth by Jarvis

Alan's Big Scary Teeth by Jarvis

Alan is very scary. He says things like ‘I’m big, scary Alan! Fear my razor-sharp teeth!’ But all is not as it seems. Alan, you see, has a very BIG (not-so-scary) secret.

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Story Time: M is for Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
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OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

There’s a monster in this book, and he’s adorable. We love our little monsters, and they are all so different from each other, just like children. As you embark on an exciting adventure into the world of friendly monsters, you'll meet monsters who love to play,...
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Story Time: M is for Magic

by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
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October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Weekly Schedule: Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6) Tuesdays: Toddler...
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Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
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Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
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Story Time: A is for Armadillo

by | September 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand...
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SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
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Storytime: Purple

Storytime: Purple

by | Jul 10, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 comments

Storytime: Purple

Grapes, lavender, eggplants, and purple crayons—oh, the fun things that are purple! They’re all waiting in a book, ready for you to discover. Mix blue and red playdough to create your own purple, then cut out shapes with cookie cutters. Don’t forget to try these activities:

  1. Purple Playdough Creations: Roll, cut, and decorate your playdough to make fun shapes and characters.

  2. Purple Collage: Use purple construction paper, magazines, and stickers to create a colorful collage.

  3. Purple Painting: Paint with purple finger paints or use brushes to make purple masterpieces.

  4. Purple Nature Walk: Go on a walk and find things that are purple, like flowers or rocks.

  5. Purple Storytime: Read books with purple illustrations and talk about the stories.

Have a blast exploring the world of purple!

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Tip

Be sure to read factual books with your children. Follow their interests, whether a particular animal, in how things work , in trains, or anything that piques their curiosity. The information in nonfiction books introduces new vocabulary words, and we learn right along with our children. Supporting their curiosity goes a long way in encouraging a love of learning. Many children who are less interested in stories are interested in particular topics, trains, dinosaurs, various animals, how things work, and so forth. ~Lambert

Activity

Check out a variety of junior non-fiction books on different topics. Place them in front of your child to see what he is interested in. Then read the book together, look at the pictures, and talk about the new things you learned.

Books Presented

Book cover for Peanut Butter and Jelly: A Play rhyme by Nadine Bernard Westcott

Peanut Butter and Jelly: A Play Rhyme by Nadine Bernard Westcott

Rhyming text and illustrations explain how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Includes instructions for accompanying hand and foot motions at the end of the book.
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Book cover for Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson

Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson

Harold goes for an adventurous walk in the moonlight with his purple crayon.
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Book cover for Sally and the Purple Socks by Lisze Bechtold

Sally and the Purple Socks by Lisze Bechtold

When her tiny purple socks start to expand, Sally turns them into a scarf and then curtains, but things soon get out of hand.
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Book cover for The Button Book by Sally Nicholls

The Button Book by Sally Nicholls

Follow a group of animal friends as they discover a collection of mysterious buttons, all of which do different things! From a blue singing button to a purple tickle button, from a rude sound button to a mysterious white button, there’s only one way to find out what they do: press them all! And thankfully, there’s even a sleeping button to lull the animals to sleep after a busy day. A lively introduction to colors and shapes, The Button Book is the perfect interactive book for storytime (and bedtime!).
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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Slap! Slap! Clap! Clap!

Slap, slap! Clap, clap!
Where shall we look?
Is the purple crayon in the ______ book?

Let’s Put On Our Socks

(tune of Hickory Dickory Dock)
Hickory, dickory, dock, Let’s put on our socks
We’ll walk around without a sound
When we put on our socks

…We’ll tiptoe around and won’t be found…
…We’ll slide around the slippery ground…
…We’ll dance around and jump and bound…

Source: Storytime with Ms. Emily Library

Shake My Sillies Out

I’ve gotta shake, shake, shake my sillies out
Shake, shake, shake my sillies out
Shake, shake, shake my sillies out
And wiggle my waggles away

I’ve gotta clap, clap, clap my crazies out…
I’ve gotta jump, jump, jump my jiggles out…
I’ve gotta yawn, yawn, yawn my sleepies out…
I’ve gotta shake, shake, shake my sillies out.

Peanut Butter and Jelly

Peanut, peanut butter… and jelly!
Peanut, peanut butter… and jelly!

First you take the peanuts and you crunch ‘em, you crunch ‘em, 
You crunch ‘em, crunch ‘em, crunch ‘em!

For your peanut, peanut butter… and jelly!
Peanut, peanut butter… and jelly!

Grapes… Squish ‘em
Bread… Spread it
Sandwich… Eat it

Source: Storytime Katie

Crafts and Activities

Coloring page featuring many purple objects.

Purple Coloring page created with Canva

 

 

Click Here for Coloring Page
Create crazy art using purple art and glue.

Yarn Art inspired by Harold and the Purple Crayon

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Additional Books

Book cover for The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart

The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell

What is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what’s right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa’s funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That’s the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready to be silly, exercise your curiosity, use your voice, and be inspired.
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Book cover for Invent-A-Pet by Vicky Fang

Invent-A-Pet by Vicky Fang

Bunnies, pandas, and monkeys, oh my! For fans of Ada Twist, Scientist, this picture book about finding your perfect pet introduces basic STEAM and coding concepts–and some ridiculously adorable animals! Katie is an ordinary girl who longs for an extraordinary pet–something more spectacular than a simple goldfish. Then one day Katie comes home to find a gift from her mother: a mysterious machine designed to help her create that one-of-a-kind creature. Each time she feeds different items into the machine, out comes a marvelously colorful new animal–like a purple monkey, rainbow-spotted horse, and green bunny! But none of them is just right. Through trial and error, Katie figures out the formula for her absolutely perfect surprise pet.
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Book cover for Harold's ABC by Crockett Johnson

Harold's ABC by Crockett Johnson

Harold takes a trip to the moon and comes home again simply by drawing his way through the letters of the alphabet with a purple crayon.
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Book cover for Growing Colors by Bruce McMillan

Growing Colors by Bruce McMillan

Photographs of green peas, yellow corn, red potatoes, purple beans, and other fruits and vegetables illustrate the many colors of nature.
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More Story Times

Story Time: M is for Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Monster books can be magical because they help children understand differences, their feelings, and their emotions. They allow children to explore and overcome fears in a safe environment, helping them build emotional strength and problem-solving skills. So, check out...
Read More

OCTOBER Book Babies + Toddlers: Monsters

by | October 14, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

There’s a monster in this book, and he’s adorable. We love our little monsters, and they are all so different from each other, just like children. As you embark on an exciting adventure into the world of friendly monsters, you'll meet monsters who love to play,...
Read More

Story Time: M is for Magic

by | October 7, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Abracadabra, Alakadoon. When I say KAZAM, you’ll all be baboons! KAZAM! Magic isn’t just about tricks. The world of magic can tap into your child’s innate sense of wonder and curiosity. It is a world of possibilities and can foster imagination, problem solving skills,...
Read More

October Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | September 29, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Story Time, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Start your little ones on their reading journey with age-appropriate stories, songs, and activities! Weekly Schedule: Mondays: Toddler Time 9:30 AM | Spanish Story Time 10:30 AM (No early literacy programs Mon. Oct. 6) Tuesdays: Toddler...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alphabet

by | September 24, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Story Time | 0 Comments

I have 26 members, but no family. I start with A and end with Z, but you won't find me in a zoo. What am I? Of course, I am the alphabet! Help your child discover language through letter recognition and their accompanying sounds. Try beginning with your child’s name...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Apples

by | September 16, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Imagine a vibrant, red apple, shining like a jewel under the sun. The letter 'A' stands tall and proud, just like the apple on the branch. 'A' is the first letter of the alphabet, just as the apple is the first fruit many children learn about. Its bright color catches...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Armadillo

by | September 9, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Sometimes, both children and adults may hesitate to engage with non-fiction books, finding them too challenging, boring, or uninteresting. However, non-fiction books play a crucial role in helping children connect with and understand the world around them, expand...
Read More

SEPTEMBER Book Babies + Toddlers: ABCs

by | September 4, 2025 | Blog, Book Babies, Kid's Corner, Toddler Time | 0 Comments

Let’s learn the ABCs! Did you know that babies are already learning to read? Through visual exposure to colorful books and alphabet toys, seeing letters repeatedly helps them become familiar with their shapes and forms. Pair that with a familiar song and rhyme, and...
Read More

Story Time: A is for Alligator

by | September 3, 2025 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover...
Read More

September Activities for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by | August 25, 2025 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Dive into tales, tunes, and tiny triumphs at our Early Literacy programs in the Community Room—tailored for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups! Story Time (ages 2–5 + adult) Tue 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM (Activity Room) |...
Read More